Design Engineer

Location: Chicago Area (On-site – 100%)

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking two Design Engineers to support R&D project teams at our client's Chicago-area site, working on drug delivery device components and assembly systems. We're hiring for two distinct focus areas — please indicate which profile best matches your background when applying.

Contributes to the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies, working closely with engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing teams.

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for medical device products using Solid Works.
• Support R&D development activities from concept through prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on assembly line design and optimization.
• Create and update 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in prototyping activities, including 3D printing and early-stage product iterations.
• Contribute to design verification and testing activities.
• Support data analysis related to design performance and testing results when required.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Experience with Solid Works CAD software.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles.
• Experience with plastic components or plastics processing is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to assembly lines or manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience with 3D printing / rapid prototyping is a plus.
• Experience preparing or supporting technical documentation (design records, drawings, specifications) is a plus.

Focused on design control documentation, process compliance, and test method development rather than hands-on CAD or tolerance analysis. Requires building a solid understanding of the device and how it functions to support documentation and verification activities.

• Support and maintain design control documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure project activities align with and follow the established development process.
• Develop, plan, and execute mechanical test methods in support of design verification.
• Support validation activities and design verification planning.
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand device functionality and translate it into clear documentation.
• Track and support non-technical/process-oriented deliverables to keep the project on track.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, manufacturing) to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Strong experience in mechanical test method development, validation, and design verification planning and execution.
• Solid understanding of design control processes within a medical device or regulated environment.
• Experience with drug delivery or injection devices is a strong plus.
• Comfortable working on documentation-heavy, process-driven tasks rather than deep technical/CAD work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work on-site in the Chicago area.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Availability to start immediately (ASAP).